VC - Are You Ready for Online Learning?

Your Score

Self-Direction

I am motivated and easily able to set and accomplish goals for myself.*

I am really good at multitasking.*

I keep myself on track and on time by finishing the projects I start.*

I do not give up when things become challenging.*

I absorb information quickly and learn fairly easily.*

I have developed several ways to independently solve problems.*

I know where to go or who to contact if I need extra support or additional academic resources.*

I enjoy learning in a group, but I can learn on my own as well.*

I have a place where I can read, work, and study that is free of distractions.*

I can tailor my schedule to allow me to spend 10-20 hours every week on an online course.*

I am organized at keeping a record of assignments and specific due dates.*

I tend to plan my work in advance to avoid procrastination and to turn in all assignments on time.*

I have reliable and easy access to an up-to-date computer and an Internet connection.*

I am confident in my in my computer usage skills and Internet searches.*

I am comfortable installing software/plugins and modifying configuration settings.*

If I experience any computer or technology problems, I have a back-up plan or someone who can help me.*

My computer runs reliably on Windows 7 or Mac OSX 10.6 or higher.*

I have a fast, secure Internet connection and can download the latest version of Mozilla Firefox browser.*

I have virus protection software running on my computer.*

I have headphones, a webcam, and a microphone to use in case I need to take a proctored assessment from home.*